I heard traces of Bobby Parker early on in the solo, but the closest comparison is Chris Cain. Can anyone answer a question for me - I heard a really fast version of this one on a documentary film featruing Dr. John and a brilliant female vocalist/pianist called Lady Peaches (I think). I thought the guy that did this song was called Willie Murphy but can't find anything around. I taped the film, but someone borrowed it and never gave it back. I'd love to get a proper copy! Anyone know the film?
I know every music fan knows a "local guy" that is as good as (insert famous guitarist here) and that may be true. All I can say as a man who grew up in the Bay Area and has seen John many many times, John truly does have it all. His phrasing and feel are utterly phenomenal, his tone is amazing, the way he gets "inside the song" and brings it to a new level is peerless. But above all that, his passion for music is 1000% real. He's like Randy Rhoads. Not a "guitarist", but a complete Musician.
I saw JW play with WHAT and several other bands at JJ's back when he was barely old enough to go into a bar. He's a great technician on the guitar but I was left with the impression that he empties his bag of tricks on every solo...somewhat over kill IMHO. I wish he'd leave a note out here & there for the sake of expression instead of always trying to wow you with virtuosity.
I had the pleasure of becoming friends with John while playing around Vegas. He'd jam out at the Sandollar with Drew Zingg, a real treat - world class on your doorstep. I'm so tired of hearing guitarists talk about speed vs feel, as a soloist, SELF EXPRESSION is what it's all about. Melody, personality (feel), tone, dynamics (volume or speed) - all valid and all one in the same, they need to exist together. John possesses all of these attributes which is why he stands out in a crowd.
guys please tell me something cause i cant understand who has written this song.is it a what song or someone else wrote it and played it for the first time?
All I can say (again) is what a phenomenal and gifted musician John is! I was lucky enough to have lived in the Bay Area my whole life up til 2004, and I can't tell you how many times I got goosebumps from seeing John play at JJ's and other venues all thru the 90's til I moved. He is absolutely on my top 10 guitarists of all time and to be fair, Andre and Randy are also great musicians. There's no justice that people like them can't get a record deal, but Lady CaCa is scary talented, right?
I was watching John play with AJ & the Shapes back in 1987 when they had a weekly gig at Gilbert Zapps in Campbell CA. I still have their LP record signed by all the band members. John was 20 years old and a phenom player back then. No wonder Las Vegas scooped him up. John is one of the best Blues guitarist EVER.
@SoleiCapri Can't disagree with that one! I've only been a friend/fan of JW and company since about 1991 and I've maintained all along that it's tragic that they haven't been singed by a big name label. The music industry has suffered since the introduction of the "music Video" I see SOOOOOO many no talent, one chord wonders hitting it big only on their "cute video's" and some promoter. The rock industry NEEDS guys like John, Endre' , & Randy. A Great power trio of truly special guys!
Yup. Too many notes. That pretty much describes it. I didn't really know any Allan Holdsworth music. Had to Google it. I call it noodling. Way too many notes. It makes it sound like a contest to see who can play the most notes. It's all about groove, people. If you don't get that, then you are missing out on a HUGE part of music. Bruce Springsteen? PLEASE. Good songwriter, but he should NEVER be allowed near a microphone.
Can't account much for your taste in music. Thats what they said about Mozart and Paganni in their day. Music ISN'T just about groove....only if you have a limited musical vocabulary
Yeah right. . . Just like Parker and Coltrane. . . Noodlers! (?) JW himself once told me: "People tend to wanna' put up a speed limit sign on blues. . ." (Paraphrasing)
Well, just as you CAN play fast with feeling, like Wedemeyer, Rhoads, Schenker, Holdsworth, etc., you can play "slow" and be boring and repetitive like the most overrated guitarist on the planet - Eric Clapton. You obviously have a very narrow-mind to make that kind of statement. By the way, I LOVE David Gilmour, and he plays "slow" and takes his time. You are leaving out the most important element in ALL Music, and that's passion. Which is why I love Bruce Springsteen, and John Wedemeyer.
I remember these guys from the early 90's. Let's not forget that killer rhythm section in Randy Hayes and Endre Tarczy. I actually get more enjoyment out of ET's bass playing than John's guitar playing. John's playing is a little too self-indulgent for my taste.
Well, I agree with you that Andre and Randy are an amazing rhythm section, but I never EVER heard it said (and I live in San Jose) that John's playing is self-indulgent. Isn't that like complaining because a girl is too good in bed? When something is truly unique or passionate why wouldn't you want it to last? How many Springsteen fans in the 70's complained because Bruce's live shows went on for 4 hours? Not a one :) Peace Bro. -Dave
RIGHT ON! Springsteen for life and John's playing is amazing ... and i'm one to really love a guitar solo but too many artists get going and then it's over quick - not so w/ john =]
Amen to that my friend! It's funny that you said Springsteen for Life and John's playing is amazing because as a guitarist, I love John's playing (too bad I moved from CA!) and Bruce is my inspiration as an all around musician/songwriter. You're right, John's playing was always over too quickly. I can't tell you how many nights I got goosebumps from seeing him play. Just so you know, and the fans reading this, he has moved to Vegas to play for Donnie and Marie last I heard. Peace man! -dave
No man John feels it so much, and his phrasing, pausing amd sense of melody is unmatched in any guitar player, but you do have to have a solid rhythm section in order to sail
Years ago "WHAT" used to play at Boswells in Campbell CA on Monday nights. I was a regular giging musician on the scene on the weekends but on Mondays even if I had to go alone I would go to check them out. John has such an amazing command of the instrument that it's really mind boggling. I always loved his tone as well. Back then he used a Boogie with a TS 9 if I remember correctly. One of the best guitarist to ever come out of the SF Bay Area.
I heard traces of Bobby Parker early on in the solo, but the closest comparison is Chris Cain. Can anyone answer a question for me - I heard a really fast version of this one on a documentary film featruing Dr. John and a brilliant female vocalist/pianist called Lady Peaches (I think). I thought the guy that did this song was called Willie Murphy but can't find anything around. I taped the film, but someone borrowed it and never gave it back. I'd love to get a proper copy! Anyone know the film?
BackToTheBlues 3 weeks ago
I know every music fan knows a "local guy" that is as good as (insert famous guitarist here) and that may be true. All I can say as a man who grew up in the Bay Area and has seen John many many times, John truly does have it all. His phrasing and feel are utterly phenomenal, his tone is amazing, the way he gets "inside the song" and brings it to a new level is peerless. But above all that, his passion for music is 1000% real. He's like Randy Rhoads. Not a "guitarist", but a complete Musician.
1970borntorun 3 months ago
I saw JW play with WHAT and several other bands at JJ's back when he was barely old enough to go into a bar. He's a great technician on the guitar but I was left with the impression that he empties his bag of tricks on every solo...somewhat over kill IMHO. I wish he'd leave a note out here & there for the sake of expression instead of always trying to wow you with virtuosity.
lazarus46 8 months ago
I had the pleasure of becoming friends with John while playing around Vegas. He'd jam out at the Sandollar with Drew Zingg, a real treat - world class on your doorstep. I'm so tired of hearing guitarists talk about speed vs feel, as a soloist, SELF EXPRESSION is what it's all about. Melody, personality (feel), tone, dynamics (volume or speed) - all valid and all one in the same, they need to exist together. John possesses all of these attributes which is why he stands out in a crowd.
tonymasterantonio 10 months ago
@Panos: This song was originally written by Nick Gravenites.
Bb13add9 1 year ago
guys please tell me something cause i cant understand who has written this song.is it a what song or someone else wrote it and played it for the first time?
panos1911 1 year ago
All I can say (again) is what a phenomenal and gifted musician John is! I was lucky enough to have lived in the Bay Area my whole life up til 2004, and I can't tell you how many times I got goosebumps from seeing John play at JJ's and other venues all thru the 90's til I moved. He is absolutely on my top 10 guitarists of all time and to be fair, Andre and Randy are also great musicians. There's no justice that people like them can't get a record deal, but Lady CaCa is scary talented, right?
borntorun1970 1 year ago
I was watching John play with AJ & the Shapes back in 1987 when they had a weekly gig at Gilbert Zapps in Campbell CA. I still have their LP record signed by all the band members. John was 20 years old and a phenom player back then. No wonder Las Vegas scooped him up. John is one of the best Blues guitarist EVER.
SoleiCapri 2 years ago
@SoleiCapri Can't disagree with that one! I've only been a friend/fan of JW and company since about 1991 and I've maintained all along that it's tragic that they haven't been singed by a big name label. The music industry has suffered since the introduction of the "music Video" I see SOOOOOO many no talent, one chord wonders hitting it big only on their "cute video's" and some promoter. The rock industry NEEDS guys like John, Endre' , & Randy. A Great power trio of truly special guys!
majorinfominer 2 years ago
Self indulgent???Wonder what this guy would say about Allen Holdsworth...too many notes????
chuckinator13 2 years ago
Yup. Too many notes. That pretty much describes it. I didn't really know any Allan Holdsworth music. Had to Google it. I call it noodling. Way too many notes. It makes it sound like a contest to see who can play the most notes. It's all about groove, people. If you don't get that, then you are missing out on a HUGE part of music. Bruce Springsteen? PLEASE. Good songwriter, but he should NEVER be allowed near a microphone.
fuhkinay 2 years ago
Can't account much for your taste in music. Thats what they said about Mozart and Paganni in their day. Music ISN'T just about groove....only if you have a limited musical vocabulary
chuckinator13 2 years ago 3
Yeah right. . . Just like Parker and Coltrane. . . Noodlers! (?) JW himself once told me: "People tend to wanna' put up a speed limit sign on blues. . ." (Paraphrasing)
And Holdsworth is phenomenal. . .
skok65 2 years ago 2
Well, just as you CAN play fast with feeling, like Wedemeyer, Rhoads, Schenker, Holdsworth, etc., you can play "slow" and be boring and repetitive like the most overrated guitarist on the planet - Eric Clapton. You obviously have a very narrow-mind to make that kind of statement. By the way, I LOVE David Gilmour, and he plays "slow" and takes his time. You are leaving out the most important element in ALL Music, and that's passion. Which is why I love Bruce Springsteen, and John Wedemeyer.
borntorun1970 2 years ago
WHOO-HOOO!!!!!!!!!!!! John is TOO good! Excuse me while I go burn my guitars.... :)
borntorun1970 2 years ago
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TurtleRocker12 2 years ago
I remember these guys from the early 90's. Let's not forget that killer rhythm section in Randy Hayes and Endre Tarczy. I actually get more enjoyment out of ET's bass playing than John's guitar playing. John's playing is a little too self-indulgent for my taste.
fuhkinay 3 years ago
Well, I agree with you that Andre and Randy are an amazing rhythm section, but I never EVER heard it said (and I live in San Jose) that John's playing is self-indulgent. Isn't that like complaining because a girl is too good in bed? When something is truly unique or passionate why wouldn't you want it to last? How many Springsteen fans in the 70's complained because Bruce's live shows went on for 4 hours? Not a one :) Peace Bro. -Dave
borntorun1970 3 years ago 3
RIGHT ON! Springsteen for life and John's playing is amazing ... and i'm one to really love a guitar solo but too many artists get going and then it's over quick - not so w/ john =]
TurtleRocker12 2 years ago
Amen to that my friend! It's funny that you said Springsteen for Life and John's playing is amazing because as a guitarist, I love John's playing (too bad I moved from CA!) and Bruce is my inspiration as an all around musician/songwriter. You're right, John's playing was always over too quickly. I can't tell you how many nights I got goosebumps from seeing him play. Just so you know, and the fans reading this, he has moved to Vegas to play for Donnie and Marie last I heard. Peace man! -dave
borntorun1970 2 years ago
Self-indulgent?
I think he's more indulging his fans that come to hear him solo.
janderson2000 3 years ago 4
You have nailed it janderson2000!
skok65 2 years ago
No man John feels it so much, and his phrasing, pausing amd sense of melody is unmatched in any guitar player, but you do have to have a solid rhythm section in order to sail
feely121 3 years ago 4
Years ago "WHAT" used to play at Boswells in Campbell CA on Monday nights. I was a regular giging musician on the scene on the weekends but on Mondays even if I had to go alone I would go to check them out. John has such an amazing command of the instrument that it's really mind boggling. I always loved his tone as well. Back then he used a Boogie with a TS 9 if I remember correctly. One of the best guitarist to ever come out of the SF Bay Area.
mrcali68 3 years ago
John is God
janderson2000 4 years ago 6
honestly
Wedemeyer is one of THE greatest guitarists to come from the Bay Area
IYWB12 4 years ago 2
@janderson2000 In reality he's not. The truth is no man can be, no man ever was, and that's no lie my friend.
virtuallyjesuschrist 2 months ago